SELLING OR BUYING?
Dawna candelora Approach
The way a home looks in its listing is so important. It is the one of the first things (second only to location) that will hook a buyer’s interest and persuade them to view it in person. I know that homes that present well sell well, so for me, staging is a key strategy in selling for my clients. In fact, statistics show that staged properties sell for an average of 7% more than unstaged properties and twice as quickly.
I believe so strongly in the value of staging that I include a free professional staging consultation and professional photography session for all my clients. And since staging often sparks a lot of questions, I wanted to dedicate this blog to explaining what to expect from staging. (Read More, The Value and Process of Presenting your home.)
Are you selling?
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Are you BUYING?
Even if you know what features you want in a house or a neighbourhood, you might not know where to look. And if you are relocating from another city or province, how do you know which area or house is right for you?
That’s where the experience of a Nova Scotia real estate agent comes in handy. Knowing what to look for, where to look, and how to put in the right offer are skills honed over decades of buying and selling in this province.
Dawna and her team work hard to get you the right home at the right price.
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New to Nova Scotia?
Even if you know what features you want in a house or a neighbourhood, you might not know where to look. And if you are relocating from another city or province, how do you know which area or house is right for you?
That’s where the experience of a Nova Scotia real estate agent comes in handy. Knowing what to look for, where to look, and how to put in the right offer are skills honed over decades of buying and selling in this province.
Dawna and her team work hard to get you the right home at the right price.*
Military & RCMP Members Buying A Home In HRM.
Dawna has worked with enough military and RCMP clients to know how incredibly overwhelming that can be, but let her give you two reassurances.
First, you won’t be doing this alone. When she’s taking on a new client, especially the military and RCMP ones, they become a team and, as her teammate, you should know she likes to win. This one will be a sprint rather than a marathon but she’ll be there every step of the way. Second, she has worked with well over 100 military clients and every single one of them has left their week-long trip as owners of a new house. Dawna wants her 100% success rate to put your mind at ease.
To ensure a similar happy ending, you need to work with a realtor who knows the ins and outs of military and RCMP transfers. (Read more in Dawna’s Blog)
50+
Military
Clients
50+
Sold Miliary
Homes
60%
Of My Business
Are Military Families
100%
Success
Rate
Selling Your Homes Through Separation or Divorce?
Dawna been working with a lot of couples selling their homes through separation or divorce. Given her history, she definitely feel their pain and understand the stress of managing a huge financial transaction and splitting up possessions during an incredibly emotional time.
Selling a home during a split is both like and unlike other situations. As always, it’s important for her as the agent to take the time to hear both parties’ opinions and priorities, but in splits, those are more likely not to match and for there to be less interest and motivation to try to come to an agreement. More often than not, Dawna will need to sit down with each party separately and act as a neutral negotiator to find a solution that is acceptable to both. It’s almost like having two sellers instead of one.
ADVICE FOR COUPLES
Selling A Home Because Of A Split
● Settle things quickly. Long closings or negotiations just drag out a painful situation and prevent you from healing and moving on.
● Fill in signs of a recent move-out. For example, a closet with one side empty, obvious furniture missing, etc. can signal divorce to buyers’ agents which they will see as a vulnerability in your negotiating position. If possible, agree to leave things in place until after it sells or ask your agent for help with staging.
● Don’t be afraid to rent before buying again. This option will let you find your new financial normal before you commit to a new mortgage.
● In the end, the best resolution will come if both parties can cooperate to complete the sale in a way that provides a fast, clear dissolution of the financial and legal ownership of
the home. If there is any unresolvable dispute, the funds from the sale could be held up in trust and no one will get paid until it is settled. And more arguing and back and forth will increase legal fees on both sides. In other words, getting along for a shared objective will let you both get on with your lives.
First- Time Home Buyers
If you’re buying your first home in Nova Scotia, Dawna Candelora and her team are here to help. They understand that buying your first home is a big step and work to make the process easy and clear. They’ll guide you through finding the right area, figuring out your budget, and making smart choices along the way. With Dawna’s deep knowledge of the local market and commitment to personal service, you’ll feel confident and supported as you find your new home. (Read Blog: Top 10 Things a First - Time Home Buyer Needs To Know…)
First- Time Home Buyers
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
for the best
real estate experience
Lean on our team’s expertise, so you can actually enjoy the real estate experience. Lean on our team’s expertise, so you can actually enjoy the real estate experience.
Arrange Water &
Septic Inspections
Each home has its own problems. Knowing who and when to ask for an inspection is something our agents are well versed in.
Key Exchanges/
Lock Box Placement
Closing a sale is an exciting time. There are many small details our team will take care of so you can simply enjoy the rewards.
Collaboration with Lawyers
There are legal questions in real estate we aren’t qualified to answer, but we always know who to ask should the need arise.
Basic Financial Advice
How much should your down payment be? What about mortgages or lines of credit? Together, we’ll explore the options.
Broker Recommendations
Associate brokers like Dawna work with trusted mortgage brokers to get the financial approval you need for your property.
Basic Accounting / Tax Advice
Buying and selling real estate will have implications for your next tax return; we’ll walk you through the basics so you can know what to expect.
Buyer Side Representation
If you’re looking to buy any kind of property in Nova Scotia, Dawna has the experience to help you find that perfect place.
Counseling on Listing Prices
Hot Nova Scotia market prices make setting a price for your property tricky! We can help balance it all to maximize your ROI in record time.
Seller Side Representation
How much should your down payment be? What about mortgages or lines of credit? Together, we’ll explore the options.
Rental Opportunities
You don’t need to invest in real estate to need an agent. If you’re a renter, we’ll help you find the right home at the right price.
Counseling on Offer Prices
Whether it’s getting a steal or offering more than asking to guarantee your dream home, our experts advise on when and what to offer.
Contract Amendments
Adding stipulations to contracts after the fact is a vital part of the real estate journey and can be tricky to navigate for the inexperienced.
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